House bill introduced to prohibit payments in exchange for presidential pardons
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Representative Henry Cuellar introduced the No Payoffs for Pardons Act in the House of Representatives. The bill would make it a crime to offer, give, or receive anything of value in exchange for a presidential pardon or a promise of a pardon.
Why it matters: This is a legislative proposal aimed at preventing corruption in the pardon process; its practical impact depends entirely on whether the bill passes both houses and is signed into law.
Who it affects
- Individuals seeking presidential pardons
This information comes from Congress.gov regarding a bill introduced in the House; readers should consult the official text before relying on this information.
Agency: House
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document